Book Walk: “An Immense World”
Sagawau Environmental Learning Center • Lemont, IL 60439Celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. This self-guided walk will […]
Celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. This self-guided walk will […]
Intro to camping for families. Includes meals, all camping gear and outdoor […]
Bring your little one on a short exploration hike filled with music […]
Create music with the community and listen to local talent. Bring your […]
Disconnect from tech and spend time in nature’s peace and solitude. Materials […]
Immerse yourself in nature, fostering mindfulness and wellness with a forest therapy […]
Join us at feeding time to learn about our outdoor ambassador animals […]
Join us at feeding time as we feed our outdoor Ambassador Animals.
Put your muscles to work as you help restore habitat by removing […]
Join a guided hike searching for wildflowers.
Join our staff for an up-close look at one of our animals.
Join us at feeding time to learn about our outdoor ambassador animals […]
Join our staff for an up-close look at one of our animals.
Do you love art and nature? Join the like-minded nature enthusiasts; BYO-art […]
Nature stories, crafts and activities. Children ages 3-6 w/adult.
Stop by the visitor center to learn about reptiles, mammals and birds […]
Walk & Talk Hikes are for the curious mind who wants to […]
Attend this session to learn the basics of archery. Equipment provided. Ages […]
Enjoy a staff-led walk and learn tips on how to identify trees […]
Fitness Hikes are for those looking to get some exercise outdoors. Fitness […]
Enjoy a staff-led walk and learn tips on how to identify trees […]
Enjoy a scavenger hunt that uses your five senses. Program for children […]
Bring in your gently used books and leave with some new-to-you books! […]
Nearly all Forest Preserves events are free; some require registration and/or a low fee. Residents may qualify for free admission opportunities at our partners: Brookfield Zoo Chicago and the Chicago Botanic Garden.
Printed copies of our quarterly Events Guide are available at our Nature Centers and General Headquarters. They may also be available at your local city hall or library. Know a location that should have our Events Guide? Contact us.
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Sign UpThe Forest Preserves is committed to providing equal, integrated participation for individuals with disabilities. Please contact the Nature Center hosting your event or program 72 hours in advance to request reasonable accommodations or inquire about site accessibility.
Please contact Experience.Nature@cookcountyil.gov or 708-771-1573 about accommodations for specific camping and outdoor recreation activities.